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Organization profile
The research group "Nunkui Wakan", whose name in the Shuar language means "Spirit of the Earth", is dedicated to bioprospecting of natural resources in Ecuador, focusing on the identification of active plant ingredients, evaluation of their toxicity and seed conservation. Its mission is to expand knowledge about the sustainable use of biodiversity for the benefit of humans and the protection of the ecosystem. The group's vision is to become a reference in environmental and biotechnological studies, promoting rational management of Ecuadorian biodiversity. Additionally, the group seeks to integrate the ancestral knowledge of native communities into its research, with the aim of developing new applications that improve the quality of life. With the biological wealth that Ecuador has, the group is committed to following the tradition of knowledge about the use of natural resources, thus contributing to sustainability and social well-being.
Research lines:
- Biodiversity and genetic resources
- Bioprospecting of secondary metabolites
- animal biotechnology
- Molecular study of animal pathologies
Coordinator:
Cerna Cevallos Marco Fernando ([email protected])
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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Profiles
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Isolation and Characterization of Beneficial Filamentous Fungi from Three Soil Management Systems in the Cayambe Canton – Phase I
Simbaña Diaz, P. E. (Col), Cerna Cevallos, M. F. (Col), Ibarra Martinez, M. V. (PI), Beltran Gallardo, N. J. (Col), Tafur Recalde, G. P. (Col) & Moran Reascos, R. C. (Col)
8/08/24 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Taxonomic Study, Anti-Bacterial and Anti-Cancer Properties of Selected Species of the Genera Caucaea, Gongora, Bulbophyllum, Dichaea, Epidendrum, Huntleya, Maxillaria, Sobralia, Stelis (Orchidaceae) – Phase V
Cerna Cevallos, M. F. (PI), Ibarra Martinez, M. V. (Col), Montesdeoca Gonzalez, M. J. (Student), Mena Moreira, K. D. (Student), Salcedo Sotelo, J. F. (Student), Camacas Maldonado, J. S. (Student), Carrion Castillo, A. F. (Student), Moyon Abrigo, B. I. (Student), Da Silva Perez, H. N. (Student), Vera Negrete, S. N. (Student), Almeida Mena, S. A. (Student), Basantes Rivera, E. G. (Student), Vinueza Jacome, D. K. (Student) & Hirtz, A. (CoI)
30/01/24 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Study of the Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Antimicrobial Activity In Vitro of Alcoholic Extracts of Stems and Leaves of Cinanchum Mycrophyllum, Sabucus Nigra L., Malva Sylvestris, and Solanum Nigrum on Microorganisms Causing Mastitis in Cattle – Phase II
Bonifaz Garcia, N. F. (Col), Barba Guevara, C. E. (PI), Cerna Cevallos, M. F. (Col), Cisneros Ortiz, S. G. (Col), Montenegro Cobo, P. M. (Student), Haro Leon, D. A. (Student), Caiza Caiza, S. M. (Student), Padilla Rivadeneira, J. A. (Student) & Condoy Robles, N. K. (Student)
30/01/24 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Calidad Tempcional, Higiénica y Sanitaria de la Leche Bovina en Tres Regiones del Ecuador
Translated title of the contribution :Temporary, Hygienic and Sanitary Quality of Bovine Milk in Three Regions of Ecuador Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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Compositional, Hygienic and Sanitary Quality of Bovine Milk in Three Regions of Ecuador
Arias Sandoval, C. A., Bonifaz Garcia, N. F., Simbaña Diaz, P. E. & Arguello Arguello, A. F., 12 Feb 2025, In: Revista de la Facultad de Medicina Veterinaria y de Zootecnia. 72, 72, p. 1-18 18 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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Assessment of the Antioxidant Activity of Hydroalcoholic Extracts from Five Species of Sobralia (ORCHIDACEAE) Present in Ecuador
Garcia Reinoso, E. M. & Cerna Cevallos, M. F., 15 Jun 2024, In: MQRInvestigar. 8, 8, p. 500-523 24 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article